Rare earth mining project not in forest reserve - Perak MB

Published: Jun 15, 2022 8:46 PM

The rare earth mining project in Hulu Perak is not in a permanent forest reserve (HSK) and is outside the central forest spine (CFS) area, said Perak Menteri Besar Saarani Mohamad.

He said the site involves land owned by the State Agricultural Development Corporation (SADC).

“So, any party, especially NGOs...

I personally checked with departments concerned, Saarani says.

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